Veggie Platter
CA$35.00Assorted tikkas of paneer and soy chaap. Served with onion salad and home-made mint chutney.
Masakali Indian Cuisine at 1111 Wellington St. W brings comforting Indian classics together with lively street food and Indo-Chinese flavours. The varied menu includes vegetable, chicken, lamb and seafood curries, smoky tandoori dishes, fragrant biryanis, naan and traditional desserts. Mango lassi, Indian soft drinks, tea, beer, wine and cocktails offer refreshing accompaniments.
Signature butter chicken and Gobi Manchurian are inviting starting points, while house-special paneer lababdar offers a rich vegetarian alternative. Yogurt marinades, ginger, garlic, herbs and aromatic spices create contrasts between creamy sauces, tangy accents and tandoori smokiness.
Listed curries generally cost approximately CAD $18-$27 across ordering platforms, with rice and bread priced separately. Biryanis and mixed platters offer appealing value for complete meals or shared sampling; prices vary by platform.
Vegetarian and vegan choices are plentiful, with lentil, chickpea and vegetable dishes offering wholesome alternatives to richer curries. Gluten-free options are listed; specific preparations should be confirmed with staff. Children have butter chicken or shahi paneer meals with rice and a drink or ice cream. With service listed from 11:30 a.m., the menu suits lunch, relaxed dinners and group gatherings rather than breakfast.
Menu Highlights
Butter Chicken
Tandoor-cooked chicken breast meets a velvety tomato-and-cream gravy. Described as Masakali’s most famous dish, it combines gentle richness with aromatic spice.
Gobi Manchurian
Cauliflower coated with corn flour meets soy sauce, vinegar, chilli, ginger and garlic. This signature appetizer stands out for its savoury, tangy Indo-Chinese character.
Chicken Dum Biryani
Yogurt-marinated chicken is steam-cooked in layers of basmati rice with mint, cilantro and fried onions. Its fragrant rice and deeply seasoned chicken make a satisfying meal.
Paneer Lababdar
Soft cottage cheese cubes nestle in creamy tomato, onion and cashew gravy. This house special balances mild tanginess with a delicate sweetness.
Chana Masala
Chickpeas simmered with tomatoes, herbs and spices offer hearty texture and warming flavour. It is an appealing vegetable-based alternative to creamier dishes.
Masakali Grand Platter
Chicken kebabs, chicken tikka, tandoori shrimp and fish provide a varied selection of smoky flavours. Onion salad and homemade mint chutney add brightness to this sharing option.
Assorted tikkas of paneer and soy chaap. Served with onion salad and home-made mint chutney.
Achaari Paneer Tikka is marinated paneer cubes grilled with pickling spices, delivering a tangy and smoky flavor
Cottage cheese marinated in the blended mixture of mint leaves, coriander leaves, curd along with a melange of flavoursome spices.
Mushroom stuffed with 20+ ingredients including paneer, walnuts, spices, herbs etc. A delicacy for sure.
Soya grounded with spices, baked in tandoor and sautéed with cream to give it a mouth watering flavor.
Pieces of cottage cheese marinated in a creamy sauce, green chillies, cumin and ground spices.
Cubes of cottage cheese marinated in homemade yogurt, ginger,garlic,spices, lime juice and cooked in tandoor.
Salan is a spicy, tangy curry made with a variety of ingredients like meat or vegetables, often enriched with peanuts and spices.
Boondhi Raita is a refreshing yogurt dish with fried chickpea flour balls (boondhi), seasoned with spices and herbs.
Raita is a cool yogurt side dish, often mixed with vegetables or fruits and seasoned with spices, perfect for balancing spicy meals.
Mint Chutney is a refreshing sauce made from fresh mint leaves, coriander, and spices, perfect for dipping or as a condiment.
Onion Salad with Chilli features sliced onions tossed with green chilies, lemon juice, and spices, offering a zesty and crunchy accompaniment.
Steam Basmati Rice is long-grained rice cooked to fluffy perfection, with a delicate aroma, ideal as a side for curries and dals.
Packed with toasted nuts, spices and basmati rice, a must try aromatic dish.
Jeera rice or zeera rice is an indian dish consisting of rice and cumin seeds.
Made with basmati rice, whole spices, herbs and of course green peas as they are the star of this dish.
Masala Soda is a fizzy drink made with soda water, spices, and lime, delivering a refreshing and zesty flavor.
Sweet Lassi is a creamy yogurt drink blended with sugar and flavored with cardamom or fruit, offering a refreshing and indulgent treat.
Salt Lassi is a refreshing yogurt drink seasoned with salt and spices, perfect for cooling down and balancing spicy dishes.
Lime Soda is a refreshing drink made with fresh lime juice, soda water, and a touch of sugar, perfect for a hot day.
Mango Lassi is a creamy, sweet yogurt drink blended with ripe mangoes, perfect for cooling down with a tropical flavor.
Masala Lassi is a spiced yogurt drink blended with herbs and spices, offering a refreshing and tangy flavor.
Traditional South Indian spiced curry gravy w/ tomato, onion & curry leaves
Puréed spinach, onion, tomato, and a touch of cream w/ fresh ginger.
Lamb cooked with mixed peppers, onion, tomato, cilantro and fresh ginger, in a masala gravy and a touch of yogurt.
Lamb & potato simmered in a sour, tangy & spicy tamarind gravy.
Creamy lamb curry cooked with yogurt, fenugreek greens and cream.
Cooked with a blend of spices in a creamy cashew gravy.
Lamb Masala is a rich and aromatic curry featuring tender lamb pieces simmered in a spiced tomato and onion gravy.
Bhel Puri Chaat is a crunchy, tangy mix of puffed rice, vegetables, and chutneys, topped with sev for added texture.
Ragda Samosa Chaat features crispy samosas topped with spiced chickpea gravy, yogurt, and chutneys, creating a flavorful and indulgent snack.
Paani Puri is a popular street snack consisting of hollow, crispy puris filled with spiced water, tamarind, and savory fillings.
Sev Puri is a popular street snack consisting of crispy puris topped with diced vegetables, chutneys, and crunchy sev for added texture.
Ragda Tikki Chaat is a delicious street food dish with spiced potato patties served over chickpea gravy, topped with chutneys and onions.
Chicken drumsticks marinated in a rich blend of yogurt and aromatic spices. Slow-cooked in the tandoor, they’re tender, smoky, and bursting with flavor.
Butter Chicken Biryani is a rich, aromatic rice dish combining tender butter chicken pieces with fragrant basmati rice and spices.
Crushed crispy samosas layered with spiced chickpeas, tangy chutneys, yogurt, onions, and fresh coriander, creating a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors in every bite.
Boneless fish marinated in homemade yogurt, ginger, garlic, spices, lime juice and cooked in Tandoor.
Minced, seasoned chicken, blended with green spices and baked in Tandoor! served on a bed of onions and mixed peppers
Diced, boneless Chicken breast marinated in homemade Yogurt, Ginger, Garlic, Spices, Lime juice and cooked in Tandoor, served on a bed of onions and mixed peppers
Goodness of cream mixed with rich cashews, poppy seeds and melon seeds along with peppers infused in chicken cooked to perfection
Minced, seasoned lamb, blended with Green spices and baked in Tandoor! served on a bed of onions and mixed peppers.
Prepared with chicken breast meat, marinated in a mixture of mint leaves, coriander leaves, lime, yogurt and with a melange of spices.
Tiger shrimp marinated in homemade yogurt, ginger, garlic, spices, lime juice and cooked in tandoor, served on a bed of onions and mixed peppers.
Malai Chickenis made with rich texture of cream and a finely balanced taste of spices as well as dry fruits.
Chicken marinated in homemade Yogurt, Ginger, Garlic, Spices, Lime juice and cooked in Tandoor, served on a bed of onions and mixed peppers
Combination of chicken seekh kebab, chicken tikka, tandoori shrimp and tandoori fish. Served with onion salad and home-made mint chutney.
Masakali's most famous dish-Chicken Tikka (chicken breast) marinated and baked in the tandoor, then simmered in a creamy tomato gravy.
Chicken Tikka marinated in homemade Yogurt, Ginger, Garlic, Spices, Lime juice and cooked in Tandoor, then added to a masala gravy with Tomato, Onion, Ginger, Garlic, Mixed Pepper, Cilantro and a touch of yogurt.
Boneless chicken cooked with yogurt/cream and spices to produce thick sauce.
Puréed spinach, onion, tomato, and a touch of cream w/ fresh ginger.
Chicken cooked in creamy, mildly tangy and faintly sweet gravy. Onions, tomato, cashew and spices make this a rich and flavourful dish.
Chicken & potato simmered in a sour, tangy & spicy tamarind sauce.
Boneless chicken cooked with brimming flavours and spices.
Chicken cooked with mixed peppers, onions, tomato, cilantro and fresh ginger in a masala gravy and a touch of yogurt.
Methi Malai chicken is a decadent and luxurious Mughlai dish prepared with chicken and fresh methi (fenugreek) greens simmered in a rich creamy curry
A royal sweet- Milk balls served in saffron and almond infused sweet milk
homemade deep fried milk balls soaked in saffron & cardamom syrup
Gajar Halwa is a rich Indian dessert made from grated carrots, cooked with milk, sugar, and flavored with nuts and cardamom.
Naan topped with black cumin seeds
Lacha Paratha is a flaky, layered flatbread, often served with curries, offering a crispy texture and rich flavor.
Garlic Naan is a soft Indian bread topped with minced garlic and herbs, perfect for scooping up curries and dals.
Chilli Roti is a spicy flatbread infused with green chilies, offering a flavorful kick, perfect for pairing with curries.
Onion Chilli Roti is a spicy flatbread made with finely chopped onions and green chilies, delivering a flavorful kick with every bite.
Onion Chilli Naan is a soft bread topped with sautéed onions and chili, offering a spicy flavor that complements various dishes.
Plain Naan is a soft, unleavened Indian bread, baked in a tandoor, perfect for scooping up curries and dals.
Chilli Naan is a spicy Indian bread topped with chili flakes, delivering a zesty flavor that complements rich dishes.
Amritsari Kulcha is a stuffed bread from Amritsar, filled with spiced potatoes, baked until golden, and served with chutney.
Methi Naan is a soft, unleavened bread infused with fenugreek leaves, offering a unique flavor that pairs well with curries.
Butter Naan is a soft, pillowy Indian bread, brushed with melted butter, perfect for scooping up curries.
Chilli Garlic Naan is a flavorful Indian bread infused with garlic and spices, offering a spicy kick alongside curries.
Kashmiri Naan is a sweet, stuffed bread filled with nuts, dried fruits, and sometimes coconut, perfect for pairing with rich dishes.
Tandoori Roti is a whole wheat flatbread cooked in a tandoor, offering a smoky flavor and chewy texture, perfect for pairing with curries.
Butter Shrimp Curry features succulent shrimp simmered in a creamy, buttery tomato sauce, infused with aromatic spices.
Goan Fish Curry features fish simmered in a tangy coconut milk sauce, spiced with tamarind and traditional Goan spices.
Goan Shrimp Curry is a flavorful dish with shrimp cooked in a rich coconut milk sauce, seasoned with spices and tamarind.
Chicken marinated in yogurt, lemon juice, ground spices, garlic, ginger, Mint,Cilantro, fried onions and steamed cooked in layers of basmati rice
Marinated vegetables and herbs cooked with basmati rice in layers over slow heat.
Made using baby potatoes simmered in a yogurt based gravy flavored with dry ginger powder and fennel powder.
Cottage cheese, spinach, greens and tomato with a touch of cream.
Chickpea cooked in Tomato, Spices and Herbs to perfection
Butter Soya is a savory dish made with marinated soya chunks cooked in a rich, buttery gravy, packed with spices.
Delicious Rich and Creamy sauce with Cottage cheese prepared with Nuts, Onions, Spices & Yougurt and Cream
Methi malai paneer recipe is a rich, creamy, flavoured and slightly sweet Indian paneer curry recipes with a ting of bitterness from methi leaves aka fenugreek leaves.
Split Lentils cooked with tomato seasoned with Spices and Herbs in Hyderabadi Style
Cauliflower and Potatoes Cooked in Onion , Tomato and Aromatic Spices
Spinach and lentils cooked with spices and herbs in hyderabadi style.
Crisp okra prepared with fresh onions, tomato, spices, and herbs.
Kadai Paneer is a flavorful dish made with paneer cubes cooked in a spicy tomato and bell pepper gravy, garnished with herbs.
One of the house specials. Cottage cheese cubes made in creamy, mildly tangy and faintly sweet gravy. Onions, tomatoes, cashews and spices make this a rich and flavourful dish.
Mushroom cooked in onion, tomato sauce along with green peas.
Whole Black Lentils Cooked in Tomato, Cream and Herbs in North Indian Style
Hand made vegetable balls (cheese, carrot, potato and cashews) cooked in tomato and cream sauce.
Navrathan Korma is a rich, creamy curry made with a mix of vegetables and nuts, delicately spiced for a flavorful experience.
Cubes of Cottage cheese simmered in tomato and cream sauce
Chicken 65 Biryani is a spicy rice dish featuring marinated fried chicken, layered with fragrant basmati rice and aromatic spices.
Soya Chaap Biryani is a flavorful rice dish made with marinated soya chaap, aromatic basmati rice, and spices, offering a vegetarian twist.
Fish 65 is a spicy, crispy fried fish dish, marinated in spices and deep-fried, often served as an appetizer.
Cashewnut Chicken features tender chicken cooked in a creamy cashew sauce, enriched with spices for a rich, nutty flavor.
Chicken Majestic is a spicy, crispy chicken dish, often tossed in a tangy sauce, served as a flavorful appetizer.
Shahi Ghost Biryani features tender pieces of meat cooked with fragrant basmati rice, saffron, and a blend of royal spices for a luxurious dish.
Veg Lollipop is a crispy, spiced snack made from minced vegetables shaped into lollipop-like pieces, often served with tangy dipping sauces.
Honey Chilli Potato is a sweet and spicy snack featuring crispy potato strips tossed in honey and chili sauce.
Chicken Tikka Biryani features marinated chicken tikka layered with aromatic basmati rice, offering a fusion of rich flavors.
Mushroom Biryani is a fragrant rice dish featuring tender mushrooms cooked with basmati rice and aromatic spices for rich flavor.
Shahi Chicken Biryani is a royal, fragrant rice dish featuring marinated chicken, saffron, and spices, offering a rich and flavorful experience.
Japan Chicken is a crispy fried chicken dish tossed in a sweet and tangy sauce, often garnished with sesame seeds and spring onions.
Butter Chicken Biryani is a rich, aromatic rice dish combining tender butter chicken pieces with fragrant basmati rice and spices.
Chicken Fry Piece Biryani combines fragrant basmati rice with crispy fried chicken pieces, seasoned with spices for a delightful meal.
Loose Prawns is a flavorful dish featuring prawns cooked in a spicy, tangy sauce, often served with rice or bread.
Veg Biryani is a fragrant rice dish made with basmati rice, mixed vegetables, and aromatic spices, delivering rich flavors in every bite.
Special Chicken Boneless Biryani features tender boneless chicken layered with fragrant basmati rice, seasoned with spices for a flavorful meal.
Deep fried patty of boiled potatoes, peas, and exotic spices - an Indian equivalent to hash browns
An Indo chinese appetizer where crisp batter fried mushrooms are tossed in a sweet and spicy chilli sauce. The saucy mushrooms taste simply delicious with earthy aroma.
Cauliflower florets cooked with curry leaves, chilli oil, ginger and garlic
Boneless pieces of chicken cooked with curry leaves, chilli, oil, ginger and garlic.
Cauliflower florets are cooked with an oriental tang. Gobi is tossed with spices, onion and ginger-garlic paste to get a semi-dry, indo-chinese version of the veggie.
Paneer 65 is a spicy, deep-fried paneer dish, marinated with bold spices and often served as a delicious appetizer.
Cumin infused potatoes & veggie medley wrapped in organic white flour pastry, deep fried
Masakali's signature appetizer made with cauliflower, corn flour, soya sauce, vinegar, green chilli, ginger & garlic.
Chicken cooked with an oriental tang tossed with spices, onions and ginger garlic paste to get a semi-dry indo-chinese version of the chicken.
Delicious fried chicken in sweet, hot and sour manchurian sauce.
Chilli Soya is a stir-fried dish featuring soya chunks tossed in a spicy sauce with vegetables, delivering a bold flavor.
Marinated chicken breast coated in chickpea batter and deep fried.
Chilli Paneer is a popular Indo-Chinese dish featuring crispy paneer cubes tossed in a spicy, tangy sauce with bell peppers.
Seasoned onions, coated in chickpea flour and deep fried
Marinated fish coated in chickpea batter and deep fried.